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5 Things You Need to Know About Washington\’s ANCs

Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (ANC) play a critical role in the District of Columbia governance. These elected bodies deal with issues of local importance. They function as liaisons between neighborhoods and the DC government. This article will introduce you to the basics every politically engaged District resident needs to know about ANCs. 1. What Does My […]

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Where the Walls Come Alive!

Enjoy this photo shoot from Blagden Alley and the surrounding historic Shaw neighborhood; where the walls come alive! Photos by Jahair Jones [ngg src=\”galleries\” ids=\”56\” sortorder=\”780,735,736,739,740,742,743,744,745,746,747,748,750,751,752,753,754,755,756,757,758,759,760,761,762,763,764,765,766,767,768,769,770,771,772,773,774,776,777,778,779\” display=\”pro_mosaic\”]Photos by Jahair Jones

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Mayor Bowser Unveils Legislation to Establish Legal Sales of Marijuana

Mayor Bowser Unveils Legislation to Establish Legal Sales of Marijuana to Enhance Safety, Advance Equity, and Provide Clarity Thursday, May 2, 2019 (Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser unveiled the Safe Cannabis Sales Act of 2019 – legislation that allows for the sale of recreational cannabis in Washington, DC. The bill enhances public health […]

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Should the United States Foot the Bill to Rebuild Venezuela if the United Nations Failed to Act?

This is an important question which requires some critical decision making and involves much logistics and coordination at federal levels.  The starting point could possibly be to exam the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution.  Considering Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, publicly announced to the world the unanimous

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The Washington Post Recognizes DCPS Educator as Teacher of the Year

Retrieved from: DC Public Schools website   Monday, April 15, 2019   Third grade teacher at Amidon-Bowen Elementary School in Southwest DC and finalist for National Teacher of the Year, wins the Washington Post Teacher of the Year Award. (Washington, DC) – Kelly Harper, a District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) educator, was recognized for excellence

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